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JimD · 08-18-2009, 07:05 AM

The pictures in the linked thread are good and illustrate well the consequences of putting this on.

A better option, coupe or vert, may be to put on a hitch - there is a DIY - and then just get a hitch type bike rack. The hitch install looks pretty involved but does not involve any large holes in the painted surface of the vehicle - some trimming of a belly pan in back is apparently required. Given what BMW charges for accessories, this should also be less expensive.

Jim

08-18-2009, 07:05 AM	#7
JimD Brigadier General 368 Rep 3,547 Posts Drives: 128i convertible Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lexington, SC iTrader: (0)	The pictures in the linked thread are good and illustrate well the consequences of putting this on. A better option, coupe or vert, may be to put on a hitch - there is a DIY - and then just get a hitch type bike rack. The hitch install looks pretty involved but does not involve any large holes in the painted surface of the vehicle - some trimming of a belly pan in back is apparently required. Given what BMW charges for accessories, this should also be less expensive. Jim __________________ 128i Convertible, MT, Alpine White, Black Top, Taupe Leatherette, Walnut, Sport Ordered 5/22/09, Completed 6/4/09, At Port 6/9/09, On the Georgia Highway 6/13/09, Ship Arrived Charleston 6/24/09 at 10pm, PCD 7/21/09
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